Harding Lake Alaska Wedding | Kyla + Ricky

As most of you already know, I recently had the pleasure to travel to ALASKA to photograph Kyla and Ricky’s wedding alongside my BFF (Katie Landers). It was incredible!  Having only been to Alaska one other time in my life I had imagined a wedding at the base of majestic snowy mountain peaks with bears and caribou roaming nearby.  Haha!  That is pretty far from what the wedding actually was.  Those who say everything is bigger in Texas obviously haven’t been to Alaska. ALASKA is HUGE and beautiful at every bend in the road (all 3 of them), lol.  It was beautiful!  All week long while exploring I was in Photographer heaven!  While a migraine hindered my willingness to get out and shoot, I already have plans to return and photograph all the incredible locations on my bucket list.  

Anyway, this blog post isn’t about me - I’ll save that one for another day.  This is about Kyla and Ricky’s special moments… 

The two were wed at Camp Bingle on Harding Lake, Alaska which is near Fairbanks for those who need a formal location to pinpoint.  Tucked back into the birch trees they prepared for the wedding day in the local cabins and said I do along the waters edge.  Every single moment of the day went off without a hitch. All sorts of weather changes rolled in and out throughout the day providing all sorts of temperatures and lighting changes. Kyla and Ricky looked incredible and it was a real joy getting to know their wonderful family and friends.

Katie and I wish you all the best on this new journey together!

Photos speak louder than words so please check out the images from their wedding day and leave them some love!

A few of the vendors for the day included:

Venue & Catering:  Camp Bingle  |  Wedding Cake & Desserts: Jo’s Oven | Floral Design: Mary Pfantz (Peonies from Denali Peonies) | Men’s Attire: Menguin | Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie | Bridal Gown: David’s Bridal | HairStylist: Leah Amundsen | Bridal Makeup Artist: Audrey Floyd | Rentals: Alaska Dreams | Photographers: Carrie Johnson Photography & Katie Landers

White Owl Ranch Wedding | Sam + Nick

Have you ever been to the White Owl Ranch in New Castle, CO? I hadn’t either until Sam & Nick’s wedding a few weeks ago. What an incredible venue! Quaint, rustic and seriously breathtaking views of the Colorado River Valley. I’d definitely consider this place a hidden gem in the wedding industry! Sam and Nick had a few ups and downs when choosing a venue and I’m so tickled that everything fell into place for the White Owl Ranch.

The weather was not the most ideal and threw several curve balls our way but this couple handled it with grace and embraced the day for what it was. I personally thought the rain was an amazing addition and made for some EPIC photos with super dramatic skies and colors.

I am so delighted to have had the opportunity to photograph these two genuine people and be able to call them friends. It was a day for the books!

Congratulations, Sam & Nick!

Vendors for the day included:

Decor and Styling: Oh My Custom Designs | Venue: White Owl Ranch | Rentals: Alpine Rentals | Catering & Bartending: EAT Bistro & Drinks | Floral Design: Caitlin DeCrow (Having Faith Designs) | DJ & Lighting: Boogie Down | Cake & Desserts: Afternoon Delight Bakery | Photographer: Carrie Johnson Photography & Assistant Kelsey Hoisington

A Snowy Colorado Wedding | Taylor + Thomas

Record snowfall on the Grand Mesa made for an Epic Snowy Colorado Wedding for Taylor and Thomas!  The canyon like paths that led to the cabins and through the trees were so amazing to see.  I honestly don't think I've seen that much snow in my entire life living in Colorado!  Thomas and Taylor embraced the beauty as they said I do and wish to give thanks to their many friends and family who helped lend a hand to see that their day went off without a hitch!  The day was stunningly beautiful, see for yourself...

Vendors for the day included:

Venue and Catering: Mesa Lakes Resort || Wedding Cake: Simply Cakes by Camberly || Floral Design: Country Elegance Florist || Bridal Gown and Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal || Men's Attire: Boot Barn || Bride and Groom Rings: Kay Jewelers || Photography: Carrie Johnson Photography

Roaring Fork Valley Wedding Photographer | Braulio + Keli

Fall is the perfect time for a wedding especially in the glorious Roaring Fork Valley!  It has some of the most amazing venues and landscapes to escape for a Mountain Wedding!  Braulio and Keli chose the Redstone Inn for their October 1st wedding and it was incredible!

Vendors for the day included:

Venue, lodging & catering: Redstone Inn  \\  Cake: Sunshine & Moons  \\  Hair Design: Hairbrainz  \\  Entertainment: DJ Naka G  \\  Bridal Gown: Victoria Rose (Lillian West Design)  \\  Bridesmaids Dresses: Lulus.com \\  Groomsmen Attire: Men's Warehouse  \\  Photography: Carrie Johnson Photography & Assistant Kelsey Hoisington

Silt Colorado Wedding Photographer | Branden + Tia

Have you ever been to a wedding where the couple has a jackpot goat roping instead of the traditional money dance?  I have!  Branden and Tia tied the knot at a beautiful ranch in Buford, CO on September 3rd.  The southwest theme was incredible and these two went over the top!  AMAZING is the only word that can describe their special day.

Along with the tremendous help of family and friends, the list of vendors for the day included:

Rehearsal dinner:  Ma Famiglia (Meeker, CO) \\ Desserts, appetizers, Cake:  Kate Simms \\ DJ:  Merik Music \\ Bridal Gown: Victoria Rose \\ Photography:  Carrie Johnson Photography & Assistant Kelsey Hoisington

Aspen Wedding Photographer | Carson + Alyssa

Two weekends ago I had the pleasure of being the Aspen Wedding Photographer for Carson and Alyssa's gorgeous mountain wedding!  Here is a brief glimpse of their incredible day at Mollie Gibson Park in Aspen, CO, coordinated by Mountain Events by Windy.  Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more of this wedding!

Silverthorne Wedding Photographer | Seth + Kelsey

Silverthorne, Colorado is the perfect destination for a mountain wedding!  Seth and Kelsey were wed on May 1st at the gorgeous Silverthorne Pavilion and I must say that the day was just lovely (despite the iffy weather)!  Together they did a spectacular job of hosting a party to remember, every guest was on the dance floor!

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If you are planning your own destination wedding in the mountains, consider some of the vendors that participated in the memorable event:

Venue:  Silverthorne Pavilion \\ Catering:  Footers  \\  Cake: Monika's Cookies  \\  Floral Design: Fleur de Liz  \\  Music & DJ: DJ Drake \\ Hair & MUA:  Stephanie Ogden (Paper Rock Shears) \\  Bridal Gown & Bridesmaid Dresses:  The Bridal Collection  \\  Groomsmen Attire:  Men's Wearhouse  \\  Photography & Video:  Carrie Johnson Photography

Congratulations Seth and Kelsey!

xo

Carrie

Ken + Sarah | Donovan Pavilion | Vail Colorado Wedding Photographer

Vail, Colorado is one of the most majestic towns to have a dream wedding!  That's where Ken and Sarah (Grand Junction residents) recently tied the knot!  Together with the creative work of Joann and Mindy at Mountains & Meadows Wedding Planning and Sarah's parents, Sarah and Ken put on the show of the year!  I can't even begin to describe the love these two have for each other and their devotion was evident in every detail of their special day.  I was so tickled to be a part of such a glorious event and capture all of their precious moments!  Here is a glimpse into all the fun that was had...

 Vendors for Ken & Sarah's wedding:

Wedding Planners:  Mountains & Meadows

Venue:  Donovan Pavilion, Vail Colorado

Catering:  Foods of Vail

Flowers:  A Secret Garden

Wedding Gown:  David's Bridal

Hair and Makeup:  Trena Mellinger

Tuxes:  Men's Warehouse

Photo Booth:  Red Eye

Wedding Cake:  Cornerstone Chocolates and Confections

Hotel Accommodations:  Cascade Resort

Videographer:  Jami Davis Photography and Films

Photography by:  Carrie Johnson Photography , Assisted by:  Katie Landers Photography

Congratulations Ken and Sarah!  I wish you all the best in your new journey together!

xoxo,

Carrie